An Act relative to preparing apprentices in the commonwealth
Senate: Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
Summary
The bill requires any public‑works project with an estimated cost above $10 million to be awarded only to contractors and subcontractors that maintain or participate in state‑approved apprenticeship programs. It sets minimum apprentice labor percentages and allows a written exemption only when no qualified bidder can be found. The measure aims to expand skilled‑trade training on large public projects.
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